Heart Diseases
Heart Diseases
There is one entity in Ayurveda called as ” Hridya – Shula ”. The word Hridya derived from the original word Hrid which means the Heart. Shula means pain. The meaning of Hridya – Shula is thus, pain in ( & around ) heart. The condition occurs due to increased Vata Dosha in the heart.
As we know , the main force of movement of anything in any body system is controlled by Vata dosha. The indigested Meda Dhatu ( Cholesterol, LDL ), Pitta dosha & Kapha dosha blocks totally the normal route of vata dosha. Thus the Vata dosha gets altered too, creating pain in the Heart & Nearby areas. There are Five types of each dosha. In every dosha accompanies the heart in some or the other way. When the dosha alters, some problem occurs as per the doshas.
These Problems can be Defined as Follows : -
These Problems can be Defined as Follows : -
- The Prana Vayu ( type of Vata dosha ) alteration shows exertional dyspnoea, cough, hiccups, drowsiness.
- The Vyana Vayu ( type of Vata dosha ) alteration shows increased heart rate & swelling at ankle joints.
- The Sadhak Pitta ( type of Pitta dosha ) alteration shows loss of confidence , scare , feeling of self heart beats.
- The Avalambak kapha ( type of Kapha dosha ) alteration shows bigger heart ( Cardian Dialatation).
- The Ojas alteration shows dizziness , coma , cyanosis.
Treatment as per Ayurvedic Approach : -
In the body, Hriday ( heart ) is one of the most important organ. It is called as Marma Sthana ( Vital organ ). The most important treatment is to cut the Apachit Meda Dhatu ( LDL ). The treatment is directed to treat the hypercholesterolaemia. The use of Gold bhasma is beneficial. The Gold bhasma provides vital strength to the myocardium ( heart muscles ). Thereby restoring the normal functioning of the heart.
The most important role of Ayurvedic medicines is in preventing or reducing atherosclerosis and thereby controlling coronary artery disease. Ayurvedic
formulations like various forms of Guggulu, Chandraprabha vati and herbal combinations of various herbs are very useful in reducing blood cholesterol, fatty deposits in the blood vessels, atherosclerosis, blood pressure & excess fat deposition all over the body.
